AGP Executive Report
Last update: 41 minutes agoConsumer Mood Watch: U.S. consumer sentiment bounced off a record June low, but shoppers still can’t shake high prices—Michigan’s index rose to 49.5 while inflation worries stayed front and center. Retail & Shopping: Sephora is testing “Quiet Hours,” lowering music, dimming lights, and easing screen intensity to create a calmer in-store experience. Food & Drink Trends: Wine-in-a-can is moving past the punchline—Q1 data shows nearly 14% growth in off-premise dollars as younger drinkers drive demand. Regulation & Safety: The FDA proposed a rule to close a gap for foreign tobacco makers by requiring establishment registration and product listing, aiming to better catch illegal imports. Agriculture & Trade: A dispute over frozen Iranian funds could affect U.S. agriculture if the funds are tied to purchases of American farm goods. Policy Clash: Seventeen states sued to block California’s plastics law, arguing it forces environmental rules nationwide without a vote. Auto & Tech: Polestar says it’s being banned from U.S. sales starting with the 2027 model year over connected-camera rules. Housing: New home sales fell in May as mortgage rates and affordability keep buyers on the sidelines.
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